Word Origin & History

pronunciation 1430, "mode in which a word is pronounced," from L. pronuntiationem (nom. pronuntiatio) "act of speaking," also "proclamation," noun of action from pronuntiare "announce" (see pronounce).

Example Sentences for pronunciation

Is his pronunciation of English words any thing but barely intelligible?

This language is easy in the pronunciation, and expressive in the terms.

For each difficult name find the pronunciation in the index.

What a delightful pupil to perfect in English pronunciation!

The lesson in English pronunciation, however, was not yet terminated.

Scientific names are marked so as to indicate the pronunciation.

I have endeavored to represent the Squire's pronunciation of the last word.

It is possible to pay too much even for a Parisian pronunciation!

I was struck with the pronunciation of the children in this part of the country.

It improves the pronunciation and trains or keeps the ear in practice.